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Enhanced Technology Media Center 2011 Marian Fund Priority “The enhanced Technology|Media Center will present greatly expanded opportunities which will reach far beyond the academic areas into extra-curricular venues.” -Joelyn Carlasare, Director of Technology Announced in the spring 2011 issue of Marian Matters, construction of the enhanced Technology|Media Center in third hall is in full swing this summer. After a year of faculty input from all disciplines, school administration, and a thorough search of similar programs in other schools, the decision was made for an updated technology plan to be merged with The Courage to Lead Capital Campaign commitment of a Broadcasting Center. Due diligence and hallmark stewardship of Marian Catholic administrators made a compelling case to centralize broadcasting space within an enhanced Technology|Media Center. The plan for renovation and construction was approved by the Board of Directors at their April meeting. The cost will be supported as a priority of the 2011-2012 Marian Fund. Help to underwrite the broadcasting media portion of the project will come from The Courage to Lead Campaign gifts restricted to broadcasting. This will be yet another challenge met head-on by the Marian Catholic community, and will enhance the college preparatory excellence promised in the Dominican educational mission. By focusing on “demonstration of Christian values,” it is our active commitment to sustain programs through state-of-the-art facilities, giving our students the contemporary skills to meet world challenges as media savvy and technologically prepared “Scholars with a Soul.” Media Studio Computer Lab Workers from Pepper Construction prepare the interior Library courtyard for the new Enhanced Technology Media Center. DURING The computer lab in third hall has been gutted, trenches dug for new wiring, and the new entrance roughed in. 2
Caring for God’s RESOURCES Continued from page 1 To conserve gas and electricity, energy-efficient light fixtures and a tank-less hot water heater were installed, along with an energy producing solar panel placed at the north end of the football stadium. Energy-saving light fixtures were installed first in both gyms, and replacement fixtures are being phased in for classrooms and hallways. According to Harvey Mazur, Marian’s Facility Engineer, installing a tank-less hot water heater has significantly reduced energy consumption. “Now we can cycle hot water faster than ever using a fraction of the energy, and it takes up much less space in the boiler room,” he explained. A newly installed solar panel on a storage building roof at the north end of the football stadium now produces power, while monitoring software (loaded on the Marian website) tallies kilowatts generated. “The solar panel is not only an environmentally-friendly technology,” says Science teachers and Generation Green co-moderators Jen Clifford ’88 and Tona Haywood. “It provides real-time information and concrete instructional materials right here on the Marian campus.” Grant funding for Marian’s solar panel came from the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation. Stepped up efforts at recycling paper, plastic, and aluminum cans have been implemented with help from Generation Green, the high profile student group dedicated to educating everyone on campus about recycling and energy conservation options. By raising awareness and encouraging volunteerism among students, staff, parents and alumni to effectively achieve, manage and measure conservation goals, Generation Green is committed to reducing Marian’s carbon footprint. Goal 2. Solid Waste Reduction Partnering with Skyline Disposal of Chicago Heights, Marian Catholic will reduce its solid waste and significantly increase recycling by separating used paper into categories; clean recyclables and cardboards/newspapers. Marian staff conserves paper use and prints on both sides of paper when possible. Separating recyclables may help reduce final disposal costs. The Zero Waste Project came to fruition through a grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, providing a multitude of recycling containers and educational materials. With an atmosphere of “Every item that can be recycled should be recycled” throughout the campus, Marian Catholic’s ultimate goal is to succeed in having zero waste. “The momentum is building,” said Will Chapleau ’73, Chair of the ad hoc Environmental Committee of the Board of Directors. “The students and staff have come a long way in their recycling efforts over the past few years, and with continued encouragement, we should have no trouble attaining our goals.” Leadership from Marian Catholic’s Generation Green, along with co-moderators and members of the Board of Directors ad hoc Environmental Committee, discuss the “Caring for God’s Resources” plan at a recent meeting. Seated is Don Murday, Carlee Wieser ’11, and Johnathon Brodeur ’12. Standing is Jennifer Clifford ’88, Tona Haywood, Jarrett Long ’12, Ellen Collins ’12, Megan Murday ’11, Peg Massucci, and Will Chapleau ’73. 2011-2012 Governing Board for Marian Catholic High School Member Board Sister Barbara Blesse, O.P. Sister Kathleen Cour, O.P. Sister Rebecca Ann Gemma, O.P. Sister Kathlyn Mulcahy, O.P. Sister Rose Marie Riley, O.P. ’67 Board of Directors Michelle Feldner Lancaster ’77, Chair Donald Murday, Vice Chair Sister Dominica Brennan, O.P. Will Chapleau ’73 James Clarke William Cleary III ’75 Sister Kathleen Cour, O.P. Sister Megan Farrelly, O.P. Charles Gallagher ’77 Holly Griffin Joseph Hamann ’79 Sister Judine Hilbing, O.P. Jeffrey Johnson Nancy Rita Kaz Terry Kenney ’76 Peter Kroner Vince Krydynski ’81 Brenda O’Shea Steven Potts ’77 Sister Theodora Stremlau, O.P. Karl Volkman ’78 At the Service of the Board: William Hogan, Chief Financial Officer Mary C. Moffatt, VP, Advancement Sister Kathleen Anne Tait, O.P., VP, Academics, Principal Peg Massucci, Board Secretary Sister Kathleen Cour, O.P. reads the agreement between the Dominican Sisters of Springfield and the MCHS Board of Directors at their June meeting. With thanks for their years of service, the Board bid farewell to those whose terms have expired, John Faso, Harry Howisen ’93, Cherie Rippey, and Dwight Snow ’87. Pictured with Sister Kathleen Cour, O.P., is Charlie Gallagher ’77, Michelle Feldner Lancaster ’77, and Sister Dominica Brennan, O.P. 3
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